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FDA delays crackdown on which foods can be labeled ‘healthy’
The rule would prevent many cereal and yogurt products from making nutrition claims and allow nuts, oils and certain seafood to bear the label for the first time.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 27, 2025 -
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ADM partners on postbiotics targeting sleep, stress
The commodities producer will distribute a Japanese company’s functional ingredient that boosts gut health.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 27, 2025 -
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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future.
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Beverage giants chart next frontier in ready-to-drink canned cocktails
Brands including White Claw and Truly are leaning into premium spirits or cutting booze altogether as consumers clamor for nonalcoholic options.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 25, 2025 -
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Consumer confusion holds back sales of natural and organic products, research finds
Three-quarters of Acosta survey respondents said they recently bought at least one natural or organic item, but 40% think the terms mean the same thing.
By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 24, 2025 -
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Threat of Trump’s tariffs force food and beverage giants to prepare
Mondelēz, Conagra and Diageo are among the CPG manufacturers positioning their businesses ahead of potential taxes on Mexico and Canada imports.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 24, 2025 -
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Sponsored by ViruViru brings Spanish tapas to American dining tables
Win consumers by offering a Spanish dining experience that celebrates food, culture and connection.
Feb. 24, 2025 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Cheetos picks pickles for Flamin’ Hot flavor | Brands spice up yogurt, almonds with hot honey
Blue Diamond’s snack collaboration with Mike’s Hot Honey and Noosa Yoghurt’s “swicy” flavor aim to capitalize on the viral popularity of sweet heat.
By Food Dive staff • Feb. 21, 2025 -
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Constellation invests in functional nonalcoholic cocktail brand Hiyo
The brand, which contains ingredients like ashwagandha, has gained traction in the growing alcohol-free category as consumers push for more better-for-you options.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 21, 2025 -
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Celsius buys energy drink rival Alani Nu for $1.8B
The purchase allows Celsius to add a fast-growing beverage popular with young women while better positioning it to compete against rivals Red Bull and Monster.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 20, 2025 -
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Oobli teams with Ingredion to jumpstart market for protein-based sugar alternatives
The sweet protein startup raised an additional $18 million from investors as it sees more interest with consumers prioritizing their health.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 20, 2025 -
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Smallest pear crop in 40 years leaves growers reeling
Experts say consumers should brace for fewer fruits on grocery store shelves after a historic deep freeze damaged crops.
By Leah Borts-Kuperman • Feb. 20, 2025 -
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Q&AHow Kraft Heinz is using artificial intelligence to produce a better Claussen pickle
The food giant is incorporating the technology across many facets of its supply chain to improve reliability and efficiency, with the venerable cucumber one of the biggest beneficiaries.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 20, 2025 -
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How Graeter’s ice cream outlasted over 150 years of wars, depressions and deep-pocketed competitors
Older, but costlier production methods allow the company to stay true to its roots and dominate in Midwestern markets where it outsells Ben & Jerry’s in some stores.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 19, 2025 -
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Coca-Cola enters trendy prebiotic soda market with Simply Pop
The drink, which contains fiber for gut health and Vitamin C and zinc for immunity support, pits the beverage giant against fast-growing upstarts Olipop and Poppi.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 18, 2025 -
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French ingredients supplier Solina expands further into US with seasoning acquisitions
The company wants to become a “one-stop shop” for dry and liquid flavors following the purchase of Sokol Custom Food Ingredients and Advanced Food Systems.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 13, 2025 -
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Food industry pledges to work with RFK Jr following confirmation as health secretary
Under the banner of the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, Kennedy has promised to take aim at over-processed foods.
By Emily Olsen , Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 13, 2025 -
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More ‘shrinkflation’? How Trump tariffs could reverberate through the food industry
Companies sensitive to inflation-wary consumers are unlikely to immediately raise prices, experts say, but could respond by changing ingredients, packaging and portion sizes.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 12, 2025 -
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Post Holdings sees cereal demand dip as Gen Z seeks healthier breakfasts
Shifting consumer preferences and niche competitors are weighing on large players in the category, according to the Honey Bunches of Oats owner.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 11, 2025 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Pringles aims to score with Miller Lite Beer Can Chicken flavor | Harry Potter inspires latest Keebler cookies
The Kellanova brand announced three chip flavor launches ahead of the big game, and Hormel unveiled a new tray of bold and spicy meats.
By Food Dive staff • Feb. 7, 2025 -
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Mondelēz, Hershey pressured by a prolonged spike in cocoa prices
The Oreo maker warned of “unprecedented” inflation for the commodity that would reduce its earnings, while the Kisses giant cautioned of a disconnect between fundamentals and market price.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 6, 2025 -
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Ingredion invests $100M in Indianapolis plant to grow texture business
The facility will also install modernized equipment to improve efficiency and reliability while reducing its greenhouse gas emissions.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 6, 2025 -
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ADM to cut up to 700 jobs, sell assets as nutrition segment faces headwinds
The ingredients manufacturer and crop trader identified more than $2 billion in opportunities to streamline its portfolio as it looks to cut costs.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 6, 2025 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Kellanova scoops up Eggo, Rice Krispies Treats desserts | Cincinatti companies bring chili flavor to ice cream
The snacking giant secured licensing deals in the frozen aisle for two staple brands, and Graeter’s Ice Cream partnered with Skyline Chili on the sweet and savory treat.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 31, 2025 -
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Meat giant JBS breaks into the egg business
A merger with South American producer Mantiqueira Brasil comes amid soaring U.S. egg prices.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 30, 2025 -
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Aji Amarillo pepper to enter more food and beverage items, McCormick says
Grown in Peru, the ingredient features fruity, tropical notes with moderate heat. It is used in everything from seafood and poultry to sauces and salsas.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 30, 2025
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